The Wacker Neuson 5100012171 is a genuine OEM Front Frame Part designed for the RD18 series tandem rollers, including the RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100c variants. As a genuine OEM component, the 5100012171 is produced to the same specifications as the original part installed at the factory, ensuring a correct fit across the full range of RD18 configurations it covers. This part supports the structural integrity of the front section of the roller, making it a critical replacement when the existing frame component is damaged, cracked, or worn beyond service limits. Whether you are running an RD18-80, RD18-100, or one of the combination-drum RD18-100c models, this is the verified OEM replacement for your machine.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Structural Integrity — Manufactured to original design tolerances, ensuring the front frame maintains proper alignment and load distribution across the roller's articulation joint and drum assembly.
- Direct Bolt-In Replacement — Engineered to match original mounting points and hardware configurations on RD18 series machines, allowing straightforward installation without custom fitting or modification.
- Broad RD18 Series Coverage — Fits RD18-80, RD18-100, and RD18-100c models across multiple build years and configurations, including US, SE, and combination-drum variants.
- Restores Machine Operability — A compromised front frame affects drum alignment, steering response, and overall compaction quality; replacing it with the correct OEM part returns the roller to full working condition.
- Safety-Critical Structural Component — The front frame is central to the roller's articulated steering system; using a verified OEM replacement ensures structural reliability during operation on asphalt and soil compaction applications.
The front frame is a primary structural component of an articulated tandem roller, forming the forward section of the machine's two-part chassis. It supports the front drum assembly, houses key steering and articulation connection points, and bears significant dynamic load during compaction passes. When the front frame is cracked, bent, or otherwise compromised, it can cause misalignment of the front drum, unpredictable steering behavior, and uneven compaction output — all of which affect both the quality of the finished surface and the safety of the operator. Replacing a damaged front frame with a genuine OEM part like the Wacker Neuson 5100012171 is essential to restoring the machine's structural foundation and operational reliability.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5100012171 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Front Frame Part |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| RD18-100 | RD18-100 | 5100047361, 5100055775, 5100011383 |
| RD18-80 Tandem Roller | RD18-80 US | 5100027572 |
| RD18 | RD18-100.3 | 5100055947 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C US | 5100027574 |
| RD18-100c | RD18-100c | 5100055776, 5100047362 |
| RD18-80.3 | RD18-80.3 | 5100055946 |
| RD18-80 Tandem Roller | RD18-80 | 5100011382, 5100055774, 5100047360 |
| RD18-100 C Tandem Roller | RD18-100 C | 5100011384 |
| RD18-100 Tandem Roller | RD18-100 US | 5100027573 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-80 SE | 5100044988 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100c 3 | 5100047363 |
| RD18-100c.3 | RD18-100c.3 | 5100055948 |
| Vibration Roller | RD18-100 SE | 5100044989 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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